About Jamadagni

Jamadagni (also known as Jamadagnya) was a sage and a saint in Hindu mythology. He is considered one of the most important sages of the ancient Indian tradition.

• He was the son of Rishabha, the king of the Sabha dynasty.
• Jamadagni was known for his extreme asceticism and self-discipline.
• He was a great warrior and a skilled archer.
• Jamadagni was also a master of the ancient Indian art of medicine.
• He was said to have possessed supernatural powers, including the ability to create and control fire.

His Sons and the Mahabharata

Jamadagni had five sons, including Parashurama, who was a great warrior and a hero of the Mahabharata.

• Parashurama was known for his incredible strength and his ability to wield a axe.
• He was said to have killed over 100,000 people in his lifetime, including his own family members.
• Parashurama was also a great yogi and a master of the ancient Indian art of meditation.